Fujifilm T500 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm T500 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was launched 2 years after the SP-800 UZ which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm T500 grades vs the SP-800 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T500 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm T500 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm T500 and the SP-800 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T500 and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T500 and SP-800 UZ.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm T500 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm T500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.